Introduction to Learning (5cr)

Objective

The student
- Is able to use the approach to learning in Diak and in relation to social service and diaconal work
- Is able to identify different approaches to learning and develop learning objectives
- Can use the basic information technology tools used in Diak study
- Can use MSWord and other systems for document production
- Is able to use the variety of information resources provided by Diak to further studies
- Understands the written and verbal skills needed in studies, assignments and professional work
- Can produce documents according to Diak criteria and understands the basics of academic writing
- Gains a basic understanding and experience of being in a group and in the use of group and team processes in education and professional work

Content

- Personal learning and concepts of learning in Diak
- Personal and professional growth and learning pathways
- Information systems and the acquisition of information
- Production of documents and academic writing
- Ethics of report writing
- Written and verbal communication
- Group work